Postcode Analysis Dover, South East

GOSCHEN ROAD, CT17 0BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOSCHEN ROAD, CT17 0BA.

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Population

534

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 37,400 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CT17 0BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

With 57% social renting, CT17 0BA is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 34-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CT17 0BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Goschen Road, 0.2km from Tower Hamlets in Dover. Administratively it sits within Tower Hamlets ward and the Dover constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CT17 0BA is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £158k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for CT17 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00123096 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CT17 0BA. The average age is 34.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 158,000

2 sales · Mean £ 158,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around CT17 0BA is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences163
Anti-social behaviour60
Criminal damage and arson47
Other theft15
Drugs14

school Local Schools

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Priory Fields School

Good376 pupils0.2 km
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Dover Grammar School for Boys

Good791 pupils0.4 km
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Vale View Community School

Good241 pupils0.6 km
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Astor Secondary School

Requires Improvement830 pupils0.6 km
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White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School

Good337 pupils0.6 km
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St Martin's School

Good199 pupils0.8 km
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Barton Junior School

Good221 pupils0.9 km
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Charlton Church of England Primary School

Good196 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • The Academy Dover0.9 km
  • Calcutta Port0.9 km
  • Momo Hub Ltd0.9 km
  • OAKLEYS1.0 km
  • Thong Dees Thai1.0 km
  • + 20 more
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Retailers - Other

35 nearby
  • Dover Food & Wine0.9 km
  • Nirja Convenience Store0.1 km
  • Saveon Supermarket0.9 km
  • Tower Hamlets Stores0.3 km
  • West Street Mini Market0.5 km
  • + 30 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

18 nearby
  • Dewdrop Inn0.3 km
  • Dover Sea Angling Club1.0 km
  • Prince Albert Public House1.0 km
  • The Fleurs0.9 km
  • Priory Hotel0.8 km
  • + 13 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

29 nearby
  • Greggs Bakers1.0 km
  • Pizza Pronto0.9 km
  • Turkish BBQ & Marina Mexican0.9 km
  • Turkish Delight0.9 km
  • Buffers0.8 km
  • + 24 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Dover's Restover Guest House0.9 km
  • Hotel Alma & Cafe Express0.9 km
  • Norman Guest House0.9 km
  • St Albans Guest House0.9 km
  • Clare House0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland0.7 km
  • Asda0.7 km
  • Aldi0.8 km
  • Farmfoods0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dover Priory0.7 km
  • Dover1.3 km
  • Kearsney2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Chamberlain Road0.1 km
  • Noah's Ark Road0.1 km
  • Goschen Road0.2 km
  • Playground0.2 km
  • Goschen Road0.2 km